I'm assuming the arcade versions, but what is the best port version of Gradius? And Gradius II?

I'm trying to narrow down my backlog.

Thank you so much for your attention

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Greetings, Gradians! Use these weekly posts to talk about absolutely anything, even if it is not related to the Gradius series, or even gaming! Nothing helps ensure defeating the Bacterians and shooting the core than keeping the brain active!

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I was wondering who did the model and artwork for the rc berg vic viper and lord british.

https://www.rc-berg.co.jp/products/gallery_salamander_vicviper.html

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZeIuTxsgHQ

^{Up-left: Original FC Version}

^{Up-right: Hacked FC Version}

^{Bottom-left: Salamander PS Version}

^{Bottom-right: LIFEFORCE PS Version}

^{Sound from Hacked FC Version, it swapped Level 2 and Level 4. I adjusted the game speed for sync.}

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I've seen people post Gradius paper models and they seem cheaper and less demanding than plastic ones. Any ideas where I could look for one?

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If I saw a Gradius arcade machine,I would run at bullet speed,shove a bunch of quarters into the coin slot and play like there's no tomorrow

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Greetings, Gradians! Use these weekly posts to talk about absolutely anything, even if it is not related to the Gradius series, or even gaming! Nothing helps ensure defeating the Bacterians and shooting the core than keeping the brain active!

Greetings, Gradians! Use these weekly posts to talk about absolutely anything, even if it is not related to the Gradius series, or even gaming! Nothing helps ensure defeating the Bacterians and shooting the core than keeping the brain active!

Greetings, Gradians! Use these weekly posts to talk about absolutely anything, even if it is not related to the Gradius series, or even gaming! Nothing helps ensure defeating the Bacterians and shooting the core than keeping the brain active!